History

Accreditation

MIAD is Wisconsin's only college devoted exclusively to the education of artists and designers. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC) and by the National Association of Schools of Art & Design (NASAD).

Costs

FEESFees vary for each student depending on course selection and year in college.

Full-time Foundations student fees for the 2015-16 academic year are $1,290, which includes a Core Kit of supplies, and two Studio Mini-Kits of supplies.

Foundations and sophomore students receive an annual Adobe software subscription invoiced at $100 in the fall semester only.

Majors fees for full-time, upper-level students for the 2015-16 academic year are $1,000.

The Student Activity Fee for all students for the 2015-16 academic year is $270.

HOUSING 2015-16 Academic Year CostsExceptional student housing is available at Two50Two, MIAD’s residence hall completed in 2014. Located directly across the street from MIAD’s main academic building, Two50Two offers apartment-style suites designed and built exclusively for MIAD students.

MIAD requires all full-time students to live at Two50Two, unless the student meets one of the following criteria: has a permanent residence within 45 miles of campus; is at least 21 years of age; is married; is a custodial parent; is a junior or senior; or has special needs which cannot be met at Two50Two. Housing information is mailed to all admitted students in March.

MEALS2015-16 Academic Year CostsWhile MIAD’s residence hall offers fully equipped kitchens, we do understand there are times when students would prefer to eat on-campus in the MIAD cafe. MIAD requires a minimum $500 meal plan ($250/semester) for all residential students (those living on-campus). Student may choose to add additional funds to their minimum meal plan, or purchase food independently to prepare in their apartment kitchen.

MIAD uses the College Board’s estimate for additional food costs residential students may incur for the duration of the academic year. The estimated cost for food is $1,000 per academic year, although this cost will vary based on individual eating preferences.

Scholarships

Campus

MIAD's campus is located in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward, the city's official arts district, bordered by the Milwaukee River and Lake Michigan. The college offers one of the largest, safest, and most comprehensive art and design environments in the United States. Its campus occupies a mix of historic and modern buildings:

The Jane Bradley Pettit Building, 273 East Erie Street: In 1992, after a complete renovation, the college moved into this facility. Our main academic building offers students, faculty, and staff 245,000 square feet of space on five floors.

Two50Two MIAD Student Apartments, 252 East Menomonee Street: Offers students exceptional apartment-style living with upscale amenities, including LED TVs, modern furniture and upgraded appliances in every apartment, and on-site lounges and laundry. Two50Two is located directly across the street from MIAD.